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You've heard the tales, you've watched the movie, but have you seen The Green Book? During the dangerous days of Jim Crow segregation, it was difficult to be an African-American traveler, as hotels that would take you or restaurants that would serve you were few and far between. This was addressed by The Negro Motorist Green Book, an annual listing of lodging, diners, gas stations, and other businesses that could handle the needs of the Black customer. Created in 1936 by Harlem-based postman Victor H. Green, the Green Book served the public until after the passage of the Civil Rights Act in the 1960s ended legal segregation. Original copies of the Green Book are now museum pieces, but in this book you can see all the articles, all the ads, and all the listings from four editions of the Green Book, one for each decade in which the series was published. The Negro Motorist Green Book of 1938 is an early example, covering only the states east of the Mississippi River, but also presenting articles on “The Automobile and What It Has Done for the American Negro†as well as driving tips. In 1947, the Negro Motorist Green Book had listings for 45 of the 48 states that then existed (there was nothing for Nevada, New Hampshire, or North Dakota), and that also included directories of the Negro colleges and newspapers of the day, as well as a look at the current models from Ford and GM, and some notes on automotive design of the future. By 1954, the title had changed to The Negro Travelers' Green Book, and the volume includes an article on the highlights of San Francisco (which was “fast becoming the focal point of the Negroes' futureâ€) and tourist guides to New York City and Bermuda. Finally, the Travelers' Green Book for 1963 through 1964 leads off with a state-by-state listings of rights against “jimcro†(Jim Crow segregation), plus it has “Guide Posts for a Pleasant Trip,†a couple of cartoon-illustrated sidebars on Black history-makers, a listing of major league ballparks, and other useful items for the traveler. And all of it reproduced at about 50% larger than the original size, for easier reading. Reprints of the Green Book published by About Comics have gotten coverage by Newsweek, the Guardian, and BBC News, and more. They are carried by major museums, and have been used by TV and film. Now you can get four editions in one convenient volume, and see why the New York Times called the Green Book a “beacon for Black travelers.â€
Read The Negro Motorist Green Book Compendium Victor H Green Nat Gertler 9781949996067 Books
"I'm happy I bought this book. I bought it sp my kids can learn more about true black history. They don't teach the full truth in school and it's important to teach the truth. My kids and I are all mixed with black and white. I think it's crucial to know the whole truth, not just bits and pieces."
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The Negro Motorist Green Book Compendium Victor H Green Nat Gertler 9781949996067 Books Reviews
- Book arrived in great condition and looks exactly like the picture. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a composite of the Green Book versions. I had the individual versions in small paper and this larger book is easier to read and reference for presentations. Exceeded my expectations in quality and value.
- The book really captures an aspect of African American history in a way most regular folks can appreciate. The listing of accommodations available for blacks grew over the years and reflect the changes society as a whole underwent. I recognized many of the places in my home town which were available to blacks. Not much narrative, but overall, very interesting!!
- I'm happy I bought this book. I bought it sp my kids can learn more about true black history. They don't teach the full truth in school and it's important to teach the truth. My kids and I are all mixed with black and white. I think it's crucial to know the whole truth, not just bits and pieces.
- I bought it for my husband. He loves it. It brought back memories he has of traveling with a band he sang with, Instant Funk, and the problems they sometimes had with hotels and restaurants.
- A must have!! There's a lot of history in this book, if you want to see how tuff it was for the American people of color to just simply travel, this is for you
- It was a gift
- Gave as a gift to a senior family member. They are enjoying this book.
- Extremely comprehensive. Very informative
